HSGP@ Center for Freethought Equality Annual Meeting Livecast & Discussion

**This event is hosted by NW Phoenix Humanists & Phoenix Atheist Meetup Group in partnership with The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Surprise. If the distance is too far or you would prefer to watch the presentation from the comfort of your own home, information on how you can access the Zoom session is included below**

We're tuning in to the Center for Freethought Equality’s annual meeting via live Zoom stream! After the session, stick around for a thoughtful discussion with fellow Humanists and free-thinkers. Let's watch, reflect, and connect!

The Center for Freethought Equality is the advocacy and political arm of the American Humanist Association. They seek to increase Humanist activity in key Washington coalitions and advocate for issues that Humanist and atheist communities care about such as the separation of church and state, protecting civil liberties, and advancing progressive policies.

Presented as part of the American Humanist Association's 2025 Annual Conference, this special 90-min program will feature updates on key legislative and electoral wins, followed by a panel of candidates and elected officials who won - or narrowly lost - their 2024 races.

These candidates demonstrate that not only is the atheist taboo in politics dead but being a member of the humanist and atheist community is no longer an effective opposition issue in today's politics.

The panelists are: North Dakota State Senator Ryan Braunberger, former Colorado State House member Stephanie Vigil, and Maria Peterson.

Want to watch at home instead? Register for the Zoom Webinar: https://americanhumanist-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_be7zZrpcSG-HFlo9ESRRlA#/registration
***Please note that by registering for this webinar you will renew, or begin, your free annual membership with the Center for Freethought Equality.

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About the Hosts!
NW Phoenix Humanists is a group of freethinkers seeking affiliation with the American Humanist Association. NWPH aims to fill the gap in the North and West sides of Greater Phoenix, Arizona area in regards to formalized Humanist groups and educational events. Membership is free and informal at this time.
Phoenix Atheists Meetup Group is a diverse group of people united by their lack (or near lack) of belief in god, gods, deities, supreme beings and the like. Their goal is to provide a secular, supportive community free from religion and supernatural belief. Membership is free and informal at this time.

About the Venue!
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Surprise (UUCS) welcomes everyone and is LGBTQ+ friendly. UUCS has generously allowed NW Phoenix Humanists to use their space & this Meetup group is welcome to attend. UUCS’s members include many secular humanists, and atheism is a long-accepted belief system among UUism nationwide. Atheists are even mentioned on their website! https://uusurpriseaz.org/about
Having said that, please be aware that UUism includes believers too, and some may be in attendance at this event. Please maintain a respectful disposition.

If you'd like to donate a small amount to UUCS: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=ZLP9WZH35CSPA